The countdown to the 2011-12 NHL regular season is ticking down by the second. With opening night taking place Thursday, here’s a look at the latest news from the Hub of Hockey and the league for Monday, Oct. 3….

As always, a new season comes with new expectations and a few new question marks — even for the defending Stanley Cup Champion Boston Bruins. That said, here are five storylines to keep an eye on — in no particular order — as vetera…

BOSTON – He was a victim of bad turnovers in the first two games, both of which led to game-winning goals by the Canucks. But in the last two games a Bruins offensive explosion, out scoring their opponents 12-1 at the TD Garden gave him a bit of br…

BOSTON — According to Joe Haggerty of Comcast Sportsnet, a team source has indicated that enforcer Shawn Thornton could be suiting up for the Bruins against the Canucks tonight during Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals at the TD Garden. Thronton …